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A relatively new trend
is the novelty yarn.
These typically involve
at least one or two
strands of regular yarn
twisted together with
something else to
make an interesting
texture. Frequently,
novelty yarns are made
from nylon.

by: Emma Snow

Dying your own yarn is not difficult and can be fun! There are a lot of methods for dying, but the
one I like best uses unsweetened drink mixes, such as Kool-Aid or Flavor-Aid and a
microwave. You must use 100% wool yarn (or another protein fiber) for the color to take. I’ve
used Fisherman’s Wool with good results. To prepare the wool, make bundles of about two

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by: Our Staff

Hobbies are ... something which make us spend our leisure usefully. This is the default
definition we get when one is asked for. And the hobbies should be constructive and creative
for it to have a positive influence on us. Medical research has proved that some one who is
creative uses his left part of the brain much better than the normal people and he usually
turns out to be a better administrator...

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by: Maddy Cranley

Crafts are a wonderful outlet for creative expression but there are added benefits to indulging
in these pastimes that may improve your health.

"Knit two rows and call me in the morning" is not medical advice you will see written on your
doctor's prescription pad, but if we take a closer look, knitting has some great benefits to your
health and well-being. Knitting is a craft that is not only creative and mentally challenging, but
is relaxing, productive, and a stress-reducer.

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by: Our Staff

There are a number of different hobbies in the world today and one of the hobbies that have
been around for a very long time is knitting. There are a number of reasons as to why knitting
has been so popular for such a long time ...

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Animal fibers from
sheep, alpaca, angora,
goat, camel, yak,
possum, cat, dog, wolf,
rabbit, buffalo, and
even turkey or ostrich
feathers can be used
to make yarn.